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livoniapubliclibrary.org November & December 2017 @ The Livonia Public Library Upcoming Events NOV. 1 Library Closed NOV. 6 Rick Bloom NOV. 7 Identity Theft NOV. 9 Cassini Mission NOV. 10-11 Library Closed NOV. 13 Noble s 50th Birthday NOV. 14 Teen Talent Show NOV. 16 Noontime Concert Inside kid & tween programs 2-3 NOV. 23-24 Library Closed teen programs 4-5 NOV. 28 Brewed in Michigan adult programs 6-7 DEC. 3 Holiday Celebration noontime concerts 8 DEC. 5 Family Night movie programs 9 DEC. 19 Holiday Event library highlights 10-11 DEC. 21 Noontime Concert exhibits 11 DEC. 27 MarioKart Tournament gifts & memorials 11

Kid & Tween Programs livoniapubliclibrary.org/kids STORYTIME PROGRAMS Children s storytime and music programs are open to all children. All children younger than three years old must be accompanied by an adult (one child per adult), unless otherwise specified. Space is limited so register early! Registration begins Monday, October 23. Register for storytimes in person or by phone. BABY STORYTIME* Ages 12 to 23 months with parent or loving caregiver. Songs, simple stories, and other activities that introduce our youngest patrons to the pleasures of the library. Registration required. Mondays, November 6 through November 27 Session 1 (12 to 17 months): 9:30-9:50 a.m. Session 2 (18 to 23 months): 10:30-10:50 a.m. TODDLER STORYTIME* Ages 24 to 36 months old. Stories, fingerplays, and large movement activities for that terrific two in your life. Registration required. Thursdays, November 2 through November 30 (no session on November 23) 10:15-10:45 a.m. Wednesdays, November 1 through November 29 *Drop-ins and siblings welcome. 10:15-10:45 a.m. Thursdays, November 2 - November 30 (no session on November 23) *Drop-ins and siblings welcome. 10:15-10:45 a.m. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME* Ages 3 to 5 years old. Enjoy stories, songs, and more! Registration required. Tuesdays, November 7 through November 28 *Includes puppets, games, and a small craft. 10-10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, November 1 through November 29 *Drop-ins and siblings welcome. 11-11:30 a.m. Thursdays, November 2 through November 30 (no session on November 23) *Drop-ins and siblings welcome. 11-11:30 a.m. MUSICAL MAYHEM All ages welcome. Fun with action songs, fingerplays, instruments, beanbags, parachute time, and a short story. Parents and siblings welcome to join in. No registration required. Wednesdays, November 8 through November 29 10-10:30 a.m. and 11-11:30 a.m. DROP IN STORYTIME Ages 0-5. Stories, marches to musical instruments, fingerplays, and large-movement activities. Parents and siblings welcome to join in. No registration required. Thursdays, November 2 through November 30 (no session on November 23) 9:15-9:45 a.m. *Registration required. Register by phone or in person at the Children s reference desk. 2

MERRY & BRIGHT: HOLIDAY PARADE AND TREE LIGHTING All ages welcome. New this year! Holiday Celebration Parade Santa Claus Comes to Town! Join us along the parade route (Stark to Lyndon to Farmington to City Hall) ending at City Hall where Mayor Wright and the December is Special to Me contest winners will join Santa and Mrs. Clause to light the City s Tree. After the tree lighting, stroll over to the Robert and Janet Bennett Civic Center Library for crafts, refreshments, and a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Co-sponsored with Livonia Community Foundation, Livonia Rotary Club, Livonia Libraries, Livonia Civic Chorus, and Busch s Fresh Food Market in Livonia. Sunday, December 3 4-8 p.m. livoniapubliclibrary.org/kids READING WITH MAX* Ages 5 to 12. For ALL readers! Bring your favorite book and practice your reading skills with Max, our certified therapy dog (he is a very good listener!). Registration required. Saturdays, November 4 and December 9 1 p.m. CRAFTS @ THE HOLIDAY PARADE AND TREE LIGHTING Ages 2-12. Come and make several festive holiday crafts (materials provided by the library). Adult supervision required. Sunday, December 3 5-8:00 p.m. POKÉMON CLUB Ages 7 to 17. Bring your own cards and battle it out with your friends, bring your DS and play our games, or use our wifi to play online, share books, games, and all things Pokémon. We ll also be planning activities with the Pokémon GO! App. Everyone ages 7 to 17 is welcome, from those just starting to collect to those who compete in a league. Mondays, November 13 and 27 and December 18 5:30-7:30 p.m. CRAYONS, STICKERS, AND GLUE All ages welcome. Join us for some stories and art. Be prepared to get messy! Dress in old washable clothes. Registration not required. Wednesdays, December 6, 13, and 20 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, December 7, 14, and 21 10:30 a.m. HOLIDAY CRAFTS ART ALA CARTE Ages 2-12. Drop in and make some festive holiday crafts (materials provided by the library). Adult supervision required. December 5-22 During normal library hours FAMILY NIGHT All ages welcome. Drop by, relax, and re-connect with family members and friends while enjoying snacks, conversation, and fun activities! Tuesday, December 5 5:30 p.m. 1000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN* It s easy to participate in this FREE program which encourages parents to read 1,000 books with their Preschoolers. Mark off the books you have read on your reading log. When you reach 100, show us your log to receive your prize and your new reading log. As children reach their milestones, their names will be displayed in the Livonia Public Libraries on our walls of fame. Come in and sign up today! You will get your log when you register, or you can download the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten iphone App. *Registration required. Register by phone (734) 466-2493, or in person at the Children s reference desk. 3

Teen Programs COFFEE AND COLORING Relax and enjoy a free cup of coffee, hot chocolate, or tea while coloring a page or two from an adult coloring book. Supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own. Adults welcome, too. Tuesdays, November 7 and December 5 6:30-8 p.m. TEEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE Join our Teen Advisory Committee and offer input to Teen Service Librarians on our Teen collections and programs. Enjoy snacks, meet other like-minded Teens, gain valuable organizational experience and leadership skills, and fulfill various community service obligations. Interested Teens can come to our meetings at 6 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month in the Civic Center Branch meeting rooms. Volunteer credits available. Thursdays, November 2 and December 7 6-7 p.m. POKÉMON CLUB Ages 7-17. Bring your own cards and battle it out with your friends, bring your DS and play our games, or use our wifi to play online, share books, games, and all things Pokémon. We ll also be planning activities with the Pokémon GO! App. Everyone ages 7 to 17 is welcome, from those just starting to collect to those who compete in a league. Mondays, November 13 and 27 and December 18 5:30-7:30 p.m. DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS FREEPLAY Join this exciting adventure led by our experienced Dragon Master. All interest levels are welcome! Mondays, November 6 and 20 and December 4 and 11 6:30-8 p.m. DOCTOR WHO APPRECIATION SOCIETY Join us as we celebrate all things Dr. Who with episode viewings and related games and activities. TEEN TALENT SHOW Grades 7-12. Come to the library and showcase your talents, whether it be singing, dancing, rapping, poetry, or all of them! Audience members needed, too! Tuesday, November 14 6:30-8 p.m. FAMILY NIGHT All ages welcome. Drop by, relax, and re-connect with family members and friends while enjoying snacks, conversation, and fun activities! Tuesday, December 5 5:30 p.m. FORMAL DRESS EXCHANGE The Sandburg Library hosts a FREE ongoing formal dress exchange program for teens needing a formal dress or wanting to donate one. Shop from home by clicking on Formal Gown Exchange on our Teen webpage. Ongoing BABYSITTING WORKSHOP* Ages 11 and up. Learn how to entertain kids, what to charge, first aid, and how to keep kids safe. Bring a bag lunch. Certificate is given at the end of class. Registration is required, beginning October 1. Saturday, December 16 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. ANNUAL TEEN WII MARIOKART TOURNAMENT Grades 7-12. Are you a maximum speed driver? Find out at our 11th Annual Old School Teen Wii MarioKart Tournament. Prizes for place winners! Registration not required. Wednesday, December 27 3:30 p.m. livoniapubliclibrary.org/teen Tuesday, November 21 5:30-7:30 p.m. *Registration required. Register by phone at (734) 466-2490, online (livoniapubliclibrary.org/whatsup), or in person at the reference desk. 4

Follow Us livoniapubliclibrary.org/teen LPLTeenServices LivoniaPublicLibraryTeenServices Event cybercalendar livoniapubliclibrary.org/whatsup Save the Date HARRY POTTER CLUB 6TH ANNUAL YULE BALL Grades 7 to 12. Come and celebrate with new activities and games as well as some old favorites. No registration required. Saturday, January 6, 2018 7-10 p.m. HARRY POTTER CLUB All ages welcome (as long as you've read all the books). Did you know the library has its own Harry Potter Club that meets every Thursday to enjoy crafts, activities, and trivia about Harry Potter? Come and get sorted to sit with your house. We meet Thursdays from 5-6 p.m. in the meeting rooms at the Civic Center Library. This semester we'll be playing Quidditch, making crafts (Eragog spider craft, pumpkin decorating, potions), playing games (Would You Rather?, Death Eaters vs. Dumbledore's Army, Escape Room), and discussing all things Harry Potter with trivia, fan creations, and more! Semester ends December 14, 2017. November 2: Halloween Feast November 9: Marauder's Map Day November 16: Fan Creations November 23: No meeting November 30: HP Escape Room December 7: Great Snape Debate December 14: Felix Felicis, last meeting of first term *Registration required. Register by phone at (734) 466-2490, online (livoniapubliclibrary.org/whatsup), or in person at the reference desk. 5

Adult Programs WRITER'S GROUP Are you writing fiction? Join the Livonia Public Library's Writers' Group and receive feedback and inspiration from fellow writers as well as the opportunity to have your writing looked over by a trained Writing Consultant! Contact Noelle Lomas at (734) 466-2485 or nlomas@livoniapubliclibrary.org for more information. Wednesdays, November 1* and December 6 *Please note we will be "meeting" online only for November 1 7-8:30 p.m. BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP Join the discussion every second Monday of the month. The group is led by Librarian Anne Sharp. For more information, call Anne at (734) 466-2156. IDENTITY THEFT A presenter from the Consumer Protection Division of the Michigan Attorney General will go over the signs of identity theft and fraud, discuss how to protect your personal information online and off, and describe what you can do if you become a victim of identity theft. Tuesday, November 7 7-8:30 p.m. livoniapubliclibrary.org/adultservices CARD MAKING WORKSHOP* Learn how to create beautiful home-made greeting cards for the holidays! Participants will leave with 3-4 of their own ready-to-be-mailed cards. Material and supplies provided. There is no cost to participate but registration is required. Please call Noble Library (734-421-6600) or Sandburg Library (248-893-4010) to save your place; space is limited. Thursday, November 9 12:30-2 p.m. Monday, November 13 Monday, December 11 March Louisa May Alcott by Geraldine Brooks by Susan Cheever 7-8:30 p.m. 7-8:30 p.m. COFFEE AND COLORING Relax and enjoy a free cup of coffee, hot chocolate, or tea while coloring a page or two from an adult coloring book. Supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own. Tuesdays, November 7 and December 5 6:30-8 p.m. GETTING YOUR FINANCIAL HOUSE IN ORDER One of the best ways to reach your financial goals is to make sure all your finances are in order. Attorney, CPA, and finance columnist Rick Bloom from Bloom Asset Management will discuss ways you can organize your finances properly. SCIENCE SPECTACLES PRESENTS SALUTE TO SATURN: COMMEMORATING THE CASSINI MISSION Join EMU physics instructor Jesse Mason in toasting the much-celebrated Cassini Space Probe with a guided tour of images from its two-decade long mission to the ringed giant, Saturn. After the presentation, weather permitting, there will be an opportunity to look through a telescope at the night sky. Thursday, November 9 7 p.m. HAPPY 50TH BIRTHDAY, NOBLE LIBRARY! Stop into Noble branch library and celebrate its 50th birthday with a slice of cake and other sweets (while supplies last!). Monday, November 13 12-8 p.m. Monday, November 6 7-8:30 p.m. *Registration required. Register by phone at (734) 466-2490, online (livoniapubliclibrary.org/whatsup), or in person at the reference desk. 6

livoniapubliclibrary.org/adultservices LIBRARY KNITTING GROUP Bring a project or learn to knit, crochet, or other needlework. No registration just walk in and join us! Tuesdays, November 14 and 28 and December 12 6-8 p.m. BREWED IN MICHIGAN Local author Bill Rapai will be discussing his new book, Brewed in Michigan. Beer has become a part of Michigan s identity. In 2016, Michigan ranked fifth in the nation in the number of craft breweries, and tenth in the nation in craft beer production. Craft brewing now contributes more than $1.8 billion annually to the state s economy, and is helping to revive declining cities and invigorate neighborhoods. Due to licensing restrictions, no beer will be served. Signed books will be available for purchase. Tuesday, November 28 7 p.m. WINE GLASS SNOW GLOBES* These winter-themed snow globes are easy, yet elegant, and make perfect centerpieces for your holiday table. Registration required beginning November 11. Program fee of $2.00 is due at time of program. Monday, December 11 7-8:30 p.m. SANDBURG BRANCH HOLIDAY EVENT Drop in for an evening of holiday fun including running electric trains, storytime, sweets, and other surprises! Tuesday, December 19 4-7 p.m. PAINT SCRAPE CARDS* Participants will make up to four greeting cards using the fun and easy paint-scrape method! Registration required beginning October 29. Wednesday, November 29 7-8:30 p.m. FAMILY NIGHT All ages welcome. Drop by, relax, and re-connect with family members and friends while enjoying snacks, conversation, and fun activities! Tuesday, December 5 5:30 p.m. INTERNATIONAL PLASTIC MODELERS SOCIETY Talk to members of the International Plastic Modelers Society and their junior chapter, Motor City Kids, while they build models in the atrium at Civic Center Library. Saturday, December 9 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. COMPUTER INSTRUCTION Our staff can assist you with computer and ereader basics. E-READER INSTRUCTION* We provide one-on-one instruction on using your tablet/ nook/kindle/ipad to checkout and download books from our ebook collections. This service is for Livonia residents only since you need to have a valid Livonia library card to check out our ebooks. By appointment only ONE-ON-ONE TUTORING* Need help with computer basics, e-mail, word processing, or other computer-related topics? Some one-on-one Tutoring sessions are available. Call the Civic Center Adult Reference Desk at 734-466-2490 for available dates and times. Registration is required. By appointment only *Registration required. Register by phone at (734) 466-2490, online (livoniapubliclibrary.org/whatsup), or in person at the reference desk. 7

Noontime Concert Series Join us every month for a special concert that will entertain audiences of all ages. All concerts take place in the Civic Center Library Atrium, begin at 12:15 p.m., and are free to attend. Bring your brown bag lunch with you and enjoy the show. Co-sponsored by the Livonia Arts Commission. livoniapubliclibrary.org HARMONYTOWN CHORUS, Thursday, November 16 Established In 1944, the Harmonytown Chorus will bring a cappella music to our atrium. SILVER STRINGS DULCIMER SOCIETY, Thursday, December 21 The Silver Strings Dulcimer Society will get you in the holiday spirit with their performance featuring the hammered dulcimer. Transparent Language is now available to Livonia library card holders. Click on the link on our home page (livoniapubliclibrary.org) to learn more than 100 languages. 8

livoniapubliclibrary.org Movie Programs All movies are free and no registration is required. Films are subject to change. Contact the Library to confirm titles. INTERNATIONAL FILM SERIES (FORMERLY FILM MOVEMENT SERIES) Join us each month to watch a contemporary or classic foreign film. All films are previewed and selected by a librarian, and will be shown with English subtitles. Due to their sometimes mature themes and content, these films are recommended for adult audiences. (sorry, no food or drink allowed). SATURDAY CINEMA All ages welcome; young children must be accompanied by an adult. Join us every month for a free G or PG-rated film (sorry, no food or drink allowed). Monday, November 20 Monday, December 18 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. After the Storm (2016) Life Is Beautiful (1997) Japan, 117 minutes Italy, 122 minutes Saturday, November 18 Saturday, December 16 2 p.m. 2 p.m. Harry Potter and the Cars 3 (G) Sorcerer's Stone (PG) 109 minutes 150 minutes WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES Each month enjoy a different classic film (sorry, no food or drink allowed). TEEN ANIME NIGHT Enjoy cutting edge teen anime, discussion, and trivia. Seating and some snacks will be provided, but feel free to bring your own! Cosplayers will be awarded! Monday, December 11 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 7 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 8 Wednesday, December 13 2 p.m. 2 p.m. Dial M for Murder (1954) Meet Me in St. Louis (1944) 105 minutes 113 minutes 9

Library Highlights livoniapubliclibrary.org Merry & Bright HOLIDAY PARADE AND TREE LIGHTING SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 4-8 P.M. New this year! Holiday Celebration Parade Santa Claus Comes to Town! Join us along the parade route (Stark to Lyndon to Farmington to City Hall) ending at City Hall where Mayor Wright and the December is Special to Me contest winners will join Santa and Mrs. Clause to light the City s Tree. After the tree lighting, stroll over to the Robert and Janet Bennett Civic Center Library for crafts, refreshments, and a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Co-sponsored with Livonia Community Foundation, Livonia Rotary Club, Livonia Libraries, Livonia Civic Chorus, and Busch s Fresh Food Market in Livonia. We want to take a moment to thank all who made our first TEDx event a success. It truly was a community event, and we are grateful for the support of our many volunteers and sponsors. We want to thank the attendees who participated and engaged in meaningful conversations, and thank our speakers for their time, their passion, and for sharing their ideas worth spreading. It was a privilege to be a part of such an amazing experience. Thanks to Livonia Television, all of the talks were filmed, edited, and uploaded to the TEDx YouTube channel. Now we need your help making sure these ideas worth spreading actually spread. Check out the event website for links to the videos: tedxlivoniacclibrary.com. 10

livoniapubliclibrary.org Library Highlights BUILDING CLOSURE The Robert and Janet Bennett Civic Center Library will be closed October 30 November 1 But our Noble and Sandburg branches will be open: Alfred Noble Carl Sandburg Monday, October 30 12-8 p.m. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, October 31 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 12-8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 1 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 12-8 p.m. HOLIDAY CLOSURES November 10, 11 November 23 24 December 23 26 December 30 January 2 And you can access our ebooks anytime! Download ebooks, audiobooks, digital magazines, and more from our website, even when the Library is closed! Check out our new first-floor layout on November 2! EXHIBITS The Livonia Arts Commission maintains a one thousand square Foot art gallery on the second floor at Civic Center Library. Call Community Resources at (734) 466-2540 for exhibit information. NOVEMBER 2017 DECEMBER 2017 Tuesday Muse A Pastel Review Check your local branch for other rotating exhibits. MEMORIAL AND COMMEMORATIVE DONATIONS A gift to the Livonia Public Library s collection is a unique and special way to pay tribute to friends and family. For more information go to livoniapubliclibrary.org and click on Donations. THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING DONORS... Dearborn Sail & Power Squadron Jean Timpe Patriot Week Foundation AND THANK YOU TO OUR TEDxLivoniaCCLibrary DONORS... AlphaUSA Bill Brown Ford Zeal Credit Union 11

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY The Friends of the Library are an active group of volunteers with over 800 members. The mission of the Friends is to provide support for the services and programs of the Livonia Public Library. CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY 32777 Five Mile Road (734) 466-2491 Mon - Thurs: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fri & Sat: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun*: 1-5 p.m. *(during the school year) THE FRIENDS USED BOOK STORE The Used Book Store was opened by the Friends in June 2006. The store is run completely by volunteers and stocked with donations from the community. The Friends Book Store at the Civic Center Library is open on: Tue & Wed: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sat: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Book Store phone: (734) 466-2495 CARL SANDBURG LIBRARY 30100 Seven Mile Road (248) 893-4010 Tue: 12-8 p.m. Thurs: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. FRIENDS OF THE LIVONIA LIBRARY BOARD 2016-2017 President: Dick Zimmerman Vice-President: Donald Lynch Secretary: Laura Herrod Treasurer: Veronica Eggert Chuck Chandler Patricia Chernow Liz Doughtery Barbara Fried Steve Hadley Directors: LIBRARY DIRECTOR Toni LaPorte Chuck Hicks Ruth Kibler Vicki Shelley Stephanie Wilson Terry Viviani ALFRED NOBLE LIBRARY 32901 Plymouth Road (734) 421-6600 Mon: 12-8 p.m. Wed: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. VEST POCKET LIBRARY 33000 Civic Center Dr. (734) 466-2559 Mon - Fri: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. LIBRARY COMMISSIONERS Chair: Cathy Condon Co-Chair: Donna Anagnostou Christine McQuiston Diane Policelli Dawn Borregard LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING DATES 4 p.m. Monday, November 20 Alfred Noble Library Monday, December 18 Civic Center Library livoniapubliclibrary.org 12